Wednesday, November 1, 2017

Intimate Groups

The most intimate small group time in all of Scripture is
Jesus with his disciples in the upper room the night before he was
crucified.He began the important time
by washing his disciples’ feet as an example of service.Jesus was very honest with them that
night.He called them out for their
failed priorities of worrying about who would be first in His Kingdom.He let Judas know that he was aware of his
plan to betray him.He prepared Peter
for the coming hours by prophesying his three denials.During this meal, he instituted a new
ordinance that will serve as a reminder of his death until he returns.It was a time of teaching, encouraging,
modeling, correcting and praying.The
lessons learned by the disciples during these few hours together made them
stronger and prepared them for the dramatic events that would soon unfold.

The most important hour in the life of our church begins at
9:30 every Sunday morning as we come together for LIfeGroups.Jesus taught multitudes but the most
important lessons for his disciples came during the intimate gatherings with
them alone.Corporate worship is
important in the life of our church but can never have the impact that will be
found during LifeGroups.It is during
these intimate times together that we can share our struggles and
victories.We can encourage each other and
help hold each other accountable.We
pray for each other as we open up concerning the struggles of our life.Our strength as a church is found not in
sitting in rows but when we sit in circles helping each other grow in their personal
walk with Christ.

If you are not actively attending a LifeGroup we can help
you find one that is a great fit for you.We have groups for all ages and life experiences.You can talk with me or Brian Buford and we
can help point you in the right direction.I am confident that your walk with Christ will grow as you experience
the intimacy that is found in a LifeGroup.

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About Me

I am a servant of my Lord, Jesus. I serve Him as pastor of Eastern Heights Baptist Church in Bartlesville, OK. I am married to Tara and we have five children, Jordan, Jonathan, Abel, Ruby and David as well as one foster kid. I have a bachelors degree from Oklahoma Baptist University, a master's degree from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a doctorate of ministry degree from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Though I am proud of my education, I hope to be more known for my obedience in following Jesus Christ as I love the Lord with all my heart and love my neighbor as my self.